Academic Success Plan
THIS PACKET MUST BE COMPLETED PRIOR TO MEETING WITH AN ACADEMIC
ADVISOR, PERSONAL COUNSELOR OR ATTENDING A WORKSHOP
To schedule an appointment or register for a workshop call (815) 921-4281 or visit the
Personal and Success Counseling Office on the top floor of the Student Center.
Walk-in appointments are generally NOT available.
Are you appealing financial aid, meeting academic probation & recovery, or both?
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Financial Aid Appeal
 Academic Probation & Recovery
If a Financial Aid Appeal, what semester are you requesting your financial aid be reinstated?
 Spring 2016
 Summer 2016
 Fall 2016
Student Name:
Student ID #:
Phone Number:
RVC Email:
Degree Program:
Expected Graduation Date:
@student.rockvalleycollege.edu
Please write ALL responses in full, detailed sentences in BLUE or BLACK ink only.
What are your goals for attending Rock Valley College and when do you plan to complete those goals?
What are the challenges you have in creating success in college?
How have you attempted to overcome those challenges so far?
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MY STUDY HABITS
Successful students suggest studying for 2 HOURS outside the classroom for every credit hour they are
enrolled in.
 How many hours do you study per week? _____________________
 In the future I plan to study ___________ hours per day and ________ hours per week.
Please explain how you currently plan and manage your time (e.g., work, class, personal responsibilities):
Please describe your ideal study location AND what makes this location ideal:
Please identify members of your support network AND how those people support you:
Please describe your favorite type of class and subject AND why it interests you:
Please describe the courses in which you would like to improve AND why you might be struggling:
What are some things outside of educations that could keep you from doing well at RVC?
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INTERVENTION STRATEGIES
Below is a list of possible success strategies that students use to perform well at Rock Valley College.
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 Determine study schedule
Improve organizational skills
 Avoid procrastination
Take notes on reading materials
 Explore transfer options
Determine time management plan
 Set goals for success
Review, organize, share class notes
 Explore career options
Design an educational plan
Know my learning style and how to use it to my advantage
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Be involved on campus
Eat well, get adequate rest
Share personal concerns
Consider financial options
Create a support team
Describe what strategies you plan to use to create success for your academic future AND how will you
implement these strategies on the lines below.
Below is a list of common RVC resources that are FREE for enrolled students.
 Meet with your Instructor
 Writing Center
815-921-2370
 Meet with an Academic Advisor  Tutoring Center
815-921-4100
 Library
815-921-4600
 Success Workshops
815-921-4091
 Intercultural Student Services
815-921-4116
 Math Lab
815-921-3465
 Personal Success Counselor
815-921-2370
815-921-4281
 Career Services
 Student Life/Activities
815-921-4091
815-921-4180
 Financial Aid Office  Computer Labs
815-921-4150
EXPLAIN how you will use the campus resources above to support your success this semester.
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FINANCIAL AID INFORMATION
STUDENTS MUST DO THE FOLLOWING TO MAINTAIN FINANCIAL AID ELIGIBILITY:
1. Successfully complete 67% of the credits attempted.
2. Maintain a Probation or Satisfactory GPA according to the chart below.
Credit Hours Attempted 0 - 1.49 GPA 1.5 - 1.99 GPA 2.0 - 4.0 GPA
1 - 12 Credits Attempted
Probation
Probation
Satisfactory
13 - 24 Credits Attempted Unsatisfactory
Probation
Satisfactory
25+ Credits Attempted
Unsatisfactory Unsatisfactory Satisfactory
What are the minimum requirements for Grade Point Average (GPA) and Course Credit Completion
percentage (%) to maintain eligibility for Financial Aid?
GPA ____________
Course Credit Completion % Rate ____________
Describe what you can do to improve your GPA? Which courses could you repeat?
Counselor Notes (Office Use Only)
Student Signature
Date
Advisor or Counselor Signature
Date
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